Curious Kids Every Day: A Daily Educational Podcast

What Is a Hurricane?

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we talk about the “recipe” a hurricane needs to form and why the storm begins to spin! Plus, we discuss why hurricanes can only form in certain places!

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Which Dinosaur Was the Biggest?

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today’s episode, we explore the biggest dinosaur ever discovered! We learn about the Argentinosaurus, what a sauropod is, and how fossils help scientists estimate dinosaur size!

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How Do Clouds Stay Up in the Sky?

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Clouds are made of tiny water droplets or ice crystals that fall extremely slowly because of their small size and air resistance. Today we learn how rising air keeps those particles suspended until they grow large enough to fall as precipitation!

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Why Is the Ocean Salty?

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Ocean water contains dissolved salts that come mainly from minerals in rocks carried to the sea by rivers. This episode explains how those minerals reach the ocean, what evaporation does to them, and why some lakes can be salty too!

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How Do Snails Get Their Shells?

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Snails begin forming their shells before they hatch. Today we learn how tissue (called "the mantle") adds proteins and calcium carbonate to the shell as the snail grows.

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What Causes Cavities in Your Teeth? (Curious Kids Club)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Have you ever wondered why we actually need to brush our teeth? In this episode, we explain what's happening inside your mouth and why toothbrushes and toothpaste help protect your smile! We also tell some jokes, play an animal sound game, AND we announce a big update to how we do these Curious Kids Club episodes!

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What Is an Eclipse?

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

What causes solar and lunar eclipses, and why do they only happen at certain times? Today we learn all about eclipses!

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How Do Fireflies Glow?

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Today we're chasing down the mystery of how fireflies glow and the reasons they light up! You'll learn about bioluminescence, cold light, and the amazing chemicals that help fireflies flash their signals in the night.

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How Do Bees Make Honey?

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Today we learn the sweet science behind how bees make honey, and we discover just how much flying it takes to make a single jar.

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Why Do Beavers Build Dams?

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Today we learn how beavers use their teeth and front paws to build dams and how the ponds can change wetland habitats!

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Why Do You Sink in Quicksand?

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Quicksand forms when loose sand becomes saturated with water and loses enough strength to support weight. Today we learn why people can become trapped in it without being pulled completely beneath the surface!

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How Do Woodpeckers Keep from Hurting Their Heads?

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Woodpeckers withstand repeated pecking because their impacts are extremely brief and their small brains experience lower pressure changes than a much larger brain would. Newer research also shows that their skulls act as stiff hammers rather than shock absorbers!

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How Do Suction Cups Stick to Things?

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Suction cups stick when pressing them against a smooth surface lowers the air pressure beneath the cup. Higher air pressure outside the cup pushes it firmly against the surface until the seal is broken!

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Why Don't Pets Get Sick When We Get Sick?

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

On today's episode, we learn that many viruses can infect only certain kinds of hosts because they need compatible cells and must overcome that host's defenses. Dogs and cats have many infections of their own, although some germs can sometimes spread between people and pets!

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How Are Crayons Made?

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we discover how crayons are made! From melted wax to bright colors, learn how these drawing sticks come to life in the factory before landing in your crayon box.

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How Is Curious Kids Every Day Made?

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this special episode of the show, Josh explains how he creates an episode of Curious Kids Every Day... from writing, to song selection, to uploading! As a fun example, we work on tomorrow's episode to show you how the process unfolds!

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Why Does the Sun Keep Burning?

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn...

Fusion turns hydrogen into helium in the core
Gravity creates the pressure fusion needs
The sun's hydrogen supply is finite (but will last a REALLY long time!)

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Fahrenheit vs Celsius: What's the Difference?

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn...

Water freezes at 0°C or 32°F
Celsius degrees represent larger temperature changes
Both scales match at negative 40

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What Is an Aircraft Carrier?

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn...

Catapults help aircraft reach flying speed
Arresting wires stop jets after landing
Elevators move aircraft between ship levels

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How Does a Caterpillar Turn into a Butterfly? (Curious Kids Club)

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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How does a tiny, wiggly caterpillar turn into a beautiful flying butterfly? In today's episode, we explore one of the most incredible transformations in nature... metamorphosis! We also hear from kids who listen to the show to find out what their favorite flying things are!

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Do Bears Eat Honey?

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn...

Bears raid hives for bee brood
Black bear diets change with the seasons
Different bear species eat very different foods

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Why Does the Sky Change Colors?

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why the sky shows beautiful reds, oranges, pinks, and purples during sunrise and sunset, and why it usually looks blue the rest of the day. We learn how light scatters, why the angle of the sun matters, and how dust, water, and clouds help create amazing colors.

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How Do Firefighters Put Out Fires?

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how firefighters use science and special tools to stop fires by removing heat, fuel, or oxygen!

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What Is a Splinter?

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn...

Splinters can be wood, glass, or metal
Nerve endings make tiny splinters hurt
Shallow splinters can sometimes surface naturally

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What Would Happen If the Earth Crashed into the Sun?

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn...

Sideways motion keeps Earth in orbit
How fast the earth orbits around the sun
The Sun has no solid surface

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What Do Worms Eat?

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn...

Earthworms feed on decaying organic material
Gizzards grind swallowed food using grit
Castings return processed material to soil

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How Do Ants Carry Heavy Things?

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn...

Small bodies make relative strength much greater
Muscles pull against a lightweight exoskeleton
Mandibles grip loads while legs provide traction

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How Does Tap Water Get Hot?

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn...

How water heaters warm incoming cold water
Why hot water takes time to arrive
How faucets mix hot and cold water

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How Do X-Rays Work?

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we learn how doctors can take a picture of the inside of your body using invisible X-ray light and why bones show up so clearly in the image.

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Why Can't You Eat Candy All the Time?

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why candy tastes so good, why our brains love sugar, and why it is not a great idea to eat sweets ALL the time!

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How Do Fire Hydrants Work?

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn...

Pressurized water mains supply neighborhood hydrants
A top nut opens an underground valve
Dry barrels drain to prevent freezing

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What Is the World's Longest Snake?

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn about...

Reticulated pythons
Green Anacondas
How giant snake measurements are verified

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How Are Books Made?

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn how books are made!

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How Do Light Bulbs Work? (Curious Kids Club)

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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It's another fun episode of the Curious Kids Club! In today's episode, we flip the switch on light bulbs to see how they shine. From filaments to electrons, we explore the science that makes a bulb light up and figure out why they eventually burn out. We also hear from kids in the Curious Kids Club to find out what their favorite light sources are! Plus... JOKES!

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Why Does the Temperature Change?

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn...

Sunlight warms the ground and nearby air
Fronts move warmer or colder air overhead
Earth's tilt changes sunlight through the seasons

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How Do Calculators Work?

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we break down how calculators really work by following the exact steps they use to solve math problems. We explore base 10 (the way humans normally write numbers), base 2 (the system calculators use inside), and why binary patterns of 0s and 1s make it easier for electricity to represent numbers. Then, we solve a math problem together just like a calculator would!

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How Do Solar Panels Work?

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how solar panels turn sunlight into electricity. We learn what photons are and how silicon solar cells can set electrons into motion!

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How Are Monster Trucks Built?

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn...

Steel tubing forms the protective driver structure
Four-link suspension controls the enormous axles
Fiberglass creates a lightweight outer body

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What Was the World's First Video Game?

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:50:00 -0000

Note: There was an audio problem with the original version of this episode. It has been corrected in this version! Sorry about that!

In this episode, we learn...

The Cathode-Ray Tube Amusement Device was invented in the 1940s
Screen-based electronic games appeared in the 1950s
Spacewar! was the first game to spread outside of where it was created!

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What Makes Food Spicy?

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn...

Capsaicin activates heat-sensing nerve endings
Pepper heat concentrates in pale inner tissue
Milk proteins help carry capsaicin away

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What Are the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis)?

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn...

How solar wind energizes Earth's magnetosphere
Why atmospheric gases produce different colors
How magnetic fields guide energetic electrons

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How Does AI (Artificial Intelligence) Know So Much?

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn...

How training data teaches language patterns
Why models predict text in small pieces
What hallucinations are and why you should always double check!

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How Long Would It Take to Walk Around the World?

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

What if you tried to walk around the entire planet? How long would it take? Get ready to explore some big numbers and surprising facts about the size of the Earth!

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How Do Our Eyes See?

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Have you ever looked closely at your eyes in the mirror? In today's episode, we explore how your amazing eyes actually work... from capturing light to sending signals to your brain.

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How Deep Is the Sand at the Beach?

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn...

Beach depth changes from place to place
Waves and storms rearrange beach material
Water fills spaces beneath the water table

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How Does Grass Grow?

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn...

Leaves grow upward from protected bases
Photosynthesis makes sugars that support growth
Grass types grow fastest in different seasons

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How Do Electric Guitars Work?

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn...

Vibrating steel strings disturb magnetic fields
Pickups turn motion into electrical signals
Amplifiers and speakers create audible sound

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Why Does Mold Grow on Food? (Curious Kids Club)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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It's another episode of the Curious Kids Club! In today's episode, we find out why food "goes bad" and what's really happening when milk sours, fruit turns brown, or bread grows mold. We explain how bacteria and mold eat food to get energy and help recycle nutrients back into nature... and why the foods that spoil fastest are often the healthiest for us!

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Why Are Cheetahs So Fast?

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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How does a cheetah use its incredible speed to catch food? Discover how its long legs, flexible spine, gripping claws, balancing tail, sharp eyesight, powerful lungs, and strong heart work together during a high-speed chase. We'll also learn where cheetahs live, what they eat, how their spots help them hunt, and why they can sprint at top speed for only a short time.

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Why Do People Snore?

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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In today's episode, we explore what snoring is and why some people snore more than others!

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What Would Happen If the Moon Crashed into the Earth?

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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In today's episode, we explore an interesting hypothetical question. We learn about gravity, speed, impacts, ocean waves, and how Earth's spin could change if something massive hit our planet.

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Why Do You Have Gums in Your Mouth?

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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In this episode, we learn...

Gums create a protective barrier against germs
Gum tissue covers bone supporting your teeth
Brushing and flossing remove plaque near the gumline

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How Does Sunscreen Protect Your Skin?

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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In this episode, we learn...

How ultraviolet light damages skin cells
Why sunburns become red, sore, and warm
How sunscreen helps block harmful UV rays

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How Is Yogurt Made?

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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In this episode, we learn...

Helpful bacteria turn lactose into lactic acid
Acid helps milk proteins form a network
Straining removes whey for thicker yogurt

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How Do Tsunamis Form?

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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How do tsunamis form, and why do their waves grow near a coast? We'll discover how earthquakes can move the ocean floor, how tsunami waves cross deep water, and what happens when they reach shallow water!

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What Do Astronauts Eat in Outer Space?

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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Today, we learn how astronaut meals are selected, preserved, packaged, prepared, and kept from drifting away aboard the International Space Station!

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Why Do We Laugh?

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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Why do we laugh when we hear a silly joke or when someone tickles us? In this episode, we explore what happens in the brain and body when we laugh, why laughter helps us feel good, and how it brings people closer together. You'll also learn why doctors sometimes call laughter "mini-exercise."

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How Do Toilets Work?

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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Ever wonder how toilets work without any batteries or plugs? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we peek inside the tank to learn how water, air pressure, and gravity team up to make every flush a success. It's bathroom science in action!

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How Do Microphones Record Your Voice?

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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Have you ever wondered how a microphone records your voice? In this episode, we follow your voice from your mouth to the microphone and into a computer. You'll discover how sound waves, a tiny vibrating diaphragm, and electrical signals work together to make recordings possible. This episode is a little longer than usual because I really like talking about microphones, and I decided to go a bit more in depth. Hope your kids enjoy!

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How Do Sharks Sleep While Swimming?

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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Do sharks ever sleep? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we learn why some sharks rest on the ocean floor while others keep swimming almost all the time. We'll discover how gills work, what spiracles are, and why different kinds of sharks have different ways of getting the rest they need.

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Why Does the Sun Go Down?

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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Why does the sun look like it goes down every evening? In today's episode, we discover that the sun isn't really moving across the sky the way it appears. Instead, Earth is constantly spinning! We'll learn how Earth's rotation creates day and night, why sunsets happen, and why the sky fills with beautiful red and orange colors.

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Why Do We Yawn? (Curious Kids Club)

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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It's another special episode of the Curious Kids Club! Today, we talk about sleep and yawning! Why DO we yawn? Well... did you know that are aren't actually sure? We discuss that, and share some jokes and riddles. Plus, we hear from the Curious Kids Club kids to find out what things make THEM sleepy!

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How Do Rattlesnakes Rattle Their Tails?

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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How does a rattlesnake make that famous buzzing sound? In this episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we learn how a rattlesnake's tail is built, why it rattles, what the rattle is made of, and why this unique warning system helps snakes (and people!) stay safe.

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Why Can Music Make You Happy or Sad?

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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Can music really make you feel happy, sleepy, or even sad? In today's episode, we explore how different kinds of music can change your mood! From bouncy pop songs to quiet piano tunes, you'll hear how sound and emotion are connected in some interesting ways!

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Why Do Crabs Walk Sideways?

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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In today's episode, we explore why crabs look so funny when they move, and why that sideways walk is actually the smartest way for them to get around.

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iPhone vs Android & Mac vs PC: What's the Difference?

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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Why do some phones work differently from other phones? And why do some games work on one computer but not another? In this episode, we learn the difference between iPhone and Android, Mac and PC, and the operating systems that help phones and computers run.

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Why Do Fruits Get Bruises?

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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In this episode, we learn what happens when a banana, apple, peach, or pear gets bumped or squeezed. We talk about tiny fruit cells, oxygen, and the browning reaction that can make bruised fruit turn dark.

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What's the Difference Between a Jet and an Airplane?

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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In today's episode, we learn that a jet is usually a kind of airplane, but not every airplane is a jet. We talk about propellers, jet engines, turboprops, and the forward push called thrust!

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How Does Cheese Get Made?

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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In this episode, we learn how milk can turn into curds and whey, why cheesemakers use helpful bacteria and rennet, and how draining, salting, pressing, and aging can create so many different kinds of cheese.

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Why Do Zebras Have Stripes?

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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In this episode, we learn all about zebras and some of the ways their stripes might help them!

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What Is a Black Hole?

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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Have you ever wondered what happens when a giant star dies? Or what could possibly be so strong that not even light can escape it? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we're diving into the mysterious world of black holes! From supernovas to singularities, you'll learn how black holes form and why there is still so much we DON'T know about them!

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How Are Roller Coasters Safe?

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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In today's episode, we explore how roller coasters are designed, built, and tested, from the very first big hill to the wheels that keep the train locked safely onto the track.

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How Long Would It Take to Dig through the Earth?

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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Have you ever wondered how long it would take to dig straight through the Earth? In this episode, we think through the size of Earth and how long it might take (assuming we had superhuman protection, of course!).

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What Makes a Flood Happen?

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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In this episode, we learn how heavy rain, soaked ground, full rivers, hard city surfaces, and fast-moving water can cause water to spread over land that is usually dry!

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How Can Parrots Talk?

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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In this episode, we learn how parrots copy sounds using a special sound-making part called the syrinx, along with their tongue and beak (plus, an amazing ability to learn sounds from others)!

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Why Do Things Cost Money? (Curious Kid Club)

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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It's a lesson in economics on this special episode of the Curious Kids Club! Have you ever gotten money for your birthday and used it to buy something special? Did you wonder what determines how much that thing costs? Today, we dive into the world of money! We'll talk about bartering, trading, the market, supply and demand, and more!

I ask the kids in the Curious Kids Club to tell me what kind of businesses they might start when they grow up! Plus, we tell some jokes!

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How Do Antibiotics Work?

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Today, we learn how antibiotics fight certain bacterial infections, why they do not work on viruses, and how some antibiotics originally came from molds and other tiny living things!

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How Do Trains Move?

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Have you ever watched a train passing by for so long it seemed like it would never end? In today's episode, we're learning how trains can pull such heavy loads across entire countries. From old-fashioned steam engines to super-fast electric trains, we'll discover what makes them move!

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How Does a Seed Turn into a Plant?

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we discuss the science of roots as we learn how plants grow!

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What Is at the Center of the Earth?

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn about Earth's inner and outer core and how it actually affects OUTER SPACE!

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Who Invented Basketball?

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn about James Naismith, the teacher who created basketball in 1891 as an indoor winter game. We'll find out why the first games used a soccer ball and how the game began with 13 simple rules!

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Why Do We Pass Gas?

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Parent note: I use the words "farting" and "pooting" once each just to describe different words for flatulation. I keep this discussion very clinical and avoid crudity. The actual sound of flatulance is not used.

In this episode, we learn how gas gets into the digestive system, why gas sometimes makes a sound when it leaves the body, and why letting it out can make your belly feel better!

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Why Are Pretzels Shaped Like That?

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn how pretzels are made from ropes of dough and why their exact origin story is hard to prove!

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How Do Fireworks Work?

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we'll learn how aerial shells are launched into the sky and what makes them so bright and colorful!

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Why Does Your Hair Grow?

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

There is a LOT happening under your scalp! Today, we learn about hair follicles, keratin, and why haircuts don't hurt even though you're TECHNICALLY cutting off a part of your body!

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Where Does Waste Go After You Flush the Toilet?

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Note for parents: This episode talks about the journey of waste, but I avoid crudeness and do not use words like "poop" or "pee."

In today's episode, we follow the hidden journey that water and waste takes after you flush the toilet. We learn how pipes, sewers, and treatment plants work together to clean water and return it safely to nature.

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Why Are Some Berries Poisonous?

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn why certain plants make berries that can make animals or people sick and why you should never eat a wild berry unless a grown up knows exactly what it is!

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Why Are Some Babies Twins?

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Parent Note: "Fertilized eggs" are mentioned several times throughout which may invite questions about how the process starts.

In this episode, we learn about the two main types of twins: identical twins and fraternal twins!

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How Do Things Glow in the Dark?

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Have you ever wondered how glow-in-the-dark toys, glow sticks, and fireflies light up the darkness? In this episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we learn how different glowing things create light and why some need to be "charged" first while others can glow all on their own!

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How Many Trees Are There on Earth? (Curious Kids Club)

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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Have you ever wondered how many trees there are on Earth? In this special episode of the Curious Kids Club, we try to figure it out! We also share some jokes that were submitted, and we talk about bedtime routines!

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Why Does Salty Food Make You Thirsty?

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn how your body balances water and salt and why your brain tells you when it's time for a drink!

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How Do Magnets Work?

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Magnets can pull and push without even touching! BUT HOW?! In this episode, kids explore the invisible forces of magnetic fields, learn what materials magnets stick to, and discover that even Earth is a magnet!

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Why Do Volcanoes Erupt?

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

What's really happening inside a volcano before it erupts? Today, we learn about the amazing world of magma, lava, and underground pressure to discover the science behind one of nature's most dramatic shows!

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How Do Walkie Talkies Work?

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

How do walkie talkies send your voice through the air? In this episode, we learn how microphones, radio waves, antennas, and speakers work together to let two people talk from far away!

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Why Do We Have Hair in Our Noses?

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we figure out why on earth we have hair in our noses!

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Why Are Sloths So Slow?

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Today we discover how a sloth's leaf-based diet and slow digestion work together to make it one of the slowest animals on Earth!

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How Do Bowling Alleys Work?

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Have you ever wondered how a bowling alley resets all the pins and returns your bowling ball so quickly? Today, we explore the machines behind the lanes and learn how pinsetters, conveyor belts, and ball lifts make going bowling a LOT easier than it used to be!

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Why Can't We Feel the Earth Spinning?

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

The Earth is spinning right now, so why doesn't it feel like we're moving? In today's episode, we learn how Earth's rotation works and why our bodies notice changes in motion more than steady movement!

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What Makes Popcorn Pop?

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Ever wonder why popcorn goes POP? We learn about the tiny bit of water hiding inside every kernel, and what happens when it heats up!

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How Do Vacuum Cleaners Work?

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how a vacuum cleaner actually sucks up all the dirt and hair off the floor! Air pressure, spinning fans, and powerful motors work together to pull dust and crumbs right off the floor.

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What Makes Something Random?

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Did you know that you can predict the roll of a die? Well... KIND OF! Today, we'll learn why dice rolls are hard to predict one at a time (but easy to predict over ONE HUNDRED times!). We'll also learn how computer programs can create results that seem random (but really aren't)!

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How Do Cucumbers Become Pickles?

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

How does a cucumber turn into a pickle? In today's episode, we learn how salt, vinegar, and fermentation can transform a fresh cucumber into the crunchy, sour pickle many people love to eat.

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How Do Dandelions Work?

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Why do dandelions change from yellow flowers into white, fluffy puffballs? We learn how a dandelion flower head makes seeds and what the fluffy white pappus does!

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What Are Boogers? (Curious Kids Club)

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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In this episode, we learn why your nose makes mucus, and why boogers can be different colors. We also tell some jokes and ask the kids in the Curious Kids Club to share something they love doing every single day!

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Why Do Sheep Baa?

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

n this episode, we learn that a sheep's "baa" is called a bleat, and sheep use those sounds to communicate. We discover how sheep call to their flock, and how mother sheep and lambs recognize each other's voices.

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How Do Horses Sleep Standing Up?

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how horses are able to sleep while standing up and why their legs don't buckle beneath them!

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How Do Spiders Make Webs?

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

How do spiders create those amazing webs without any tools? In today's episode, we discover how spiders use spinnerets to spin silk and build strong, sticky webs for catching food!

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Why Do You Get Cramps?

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn what happens when a muscle tightens and has trouble relaxing!

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Why Does Soap Hurt Your Eyes?

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn how tears, eyelids, the cornea, nerve endings, and pH all work together to help protect our eyes!

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How Fast Is the Fastest Car?

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn about ThrustSSC, the official land speed record holder, and how it reached more than 763 miles per hour. We discuss drag, thrust, and the sound barrier along the way, too!

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How Do Animals Use Camouflage?

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we explore how animals use camouflage to hide from and blend into the world around them. We learn about background matching, patterns that break up an animal's outline, countershading in fish, and animals that can look like sticks and leaves!

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How Is Maple Syrup Made?

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn how maple syrup starts as watery sap inside maple trees and how it becomes the sweet syrup that you've just gotta have on your pancakes and waffles! MMM MMM MMMMM!!!

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Why Do Humans Love Puzzles?

Sun, 31 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Why do humans love puzzles? In this episode, we explore why riddles, mazes, jigsaw puzzles, and tricky logic problems can feel so satisfying! We try to figure out some tricky puzzles in this episode, too.

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What Is Infinity?

Sat, 30 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we explore the idea of something that has no end using number lines and the movement of light in our observable universe! Is OUTER SPACE infinite?!

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How Do Boomerangs Work?

Fri, 29 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

How does a boomerang come back to you? Today, we will learn how a returning boomerang uses wing-shaped arms, lift, and a curved flight path to loop through the air and return back to the thrower!

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Why Do Kangaroos Have Pouches?

Thu, 28 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn how baby kangaroos, called joeys, are born very tiny and continue growing inside their mother's pouch! The animal kingdom is AMAZING!

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How Are Potato Chips Made?

Wed, 27 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

How does a regular potato turn into a thin, crunchy potato chip? In this episode, we take an imaginary trip to the factory where it all happens!

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Why Do We Get Bloody Noses? (Curious Kids Club)

Tue, 26 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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It's another episode of the Curious Kids Club! Today we ask... why do bloody noses happen? We also ask the kids in the Curious Kids Club to share something kind they've done for someone else!

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Why Do Kids Grow Taller?

Mon, 25 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Why do kids grow taller and why do grown ups eventually stop growing? In this episode, we explore how bones grow, what growth plates are, and how hormones help send messages through the body that keep you growing!

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How Do You Tell a Good Story?

Sun, 24 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we explore how stories are built using the three-act structure and the Hero's Journey. Using the stories of Cinderella and the Grinch as examples, we learn how all stories are about "change."

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What Are Eyebrows For?

Sat, 23 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn how eyebrows help protect our eyes from sweat, rain, and tiny bits of debris while also helping our faces show how we're feeling!

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How Do Trampolines Work?

Fri, 22 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

How do trampolines bounce you so high? In this episode, we learn how a trampoline uses a flexible jumping mat, stretchy springs, and stored energy to send jumpers back into the air.

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How Do People Talk Using Sign Language?

Thu, 21 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn how people communicate using American Sign Language, or ASL., AND we learn how to sign "Hello, it's nice to meet you."

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How Did People See Before Glasses Were Invented?

Wed, 20 May 2026 12:10:00 -0000

In this episode, we explore what life was like for people with blurry vision before modern eyeglasses and how early tools like reading stones helped with close-up work!

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What Is the Strongest Material in the World?

Tue, 19 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we talk about GRAPHENE! The strongest material in the world... and it's only ONE ATOM THICK!

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What Are Bruises?

Mon, 18 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn what bruises are and why they can change color!

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How Do Astronauts Get Ready to Go to Outer Space?

Sun, 17 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn how astronauts train to go on space missions!

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Why are French Fries Called "French Fries?"

Sat, 16 May 2026 11:01:00 -0000

Why are french fries called french fries? In this episode, we explore why the history of fries is connected to both France and Belgium!

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How Are Goldfish Crackers Made?

Fri, 15 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn how Goldfish crackers are made, from mixing dough with ingredients like flour and cheese, to rolling it thin, cutting it into little shapes, baking it until crunchy, cooling it, and packaging it for snack time!

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Why Do Your Knuckles Crack and Pop?

Thu, 14 May 2026 11:42:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn how your joints work and what synovial fluid does (and why it sometimes goes POP!).

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Why Do Bats Sleep Upside Down?

Wed, 13 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we explore how bats are uniquely designed to sleep upside down! Their claws are amazing!

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How Do Forest Fires Start? (Curious Kids Club)

Tue, 12 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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It's another episode of the Curious Kids Club! Today, we discuss how small fires can become huge forest fires. We also ask the kids in the Curious Kids Club if they'd rather be firefighters or doctors. Plus, we tell some jokes!

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How Do Bar Codes Work?

Mon, 11 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn how bar codes help grocery store scanners know exactly what item you are buying. We discover how black bars and white spaces make a pattern and how the store computer matches the scanned number to the right item and price!

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Where Did the Statue of Liberty Come From?

Sun, 10 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn why France gave Liberty Enlightening the World to the United States!

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How Do Credit Cards Work?

Sat, 09 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn why a card is not free money and what happens after a credit card purchase is "approved!"

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Why Do Some Chicken Eggs Hatch and Some Don't?

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Parent Note: We keep this explanation very clinical and non-specific. However, it may still invite questions concerning how the rooster fertalizes the egg in the first place.

Why do some eggs hatch into chicks while the eggs in your refrigerator do not? In this episode, we explain the difference between fertilized and unfertilized eggs!

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How Does Your Tongue Stay Wet?

Thu, 07 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn how saliva is made by your salivary glands and how it helps with tasting, chewing, swallowing, digestion, and keeping teeth clean!

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Why Do Cows Moo?

Wed, 06 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn that cows moo to communicate with each other, their calves, and sometimes the people who care for them!

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How Long Can a Fish Survive Out of Water?

Tue, 05 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn why most fish need to stay in water and how gills help fish get oxygen!

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How Are M&M's Made?

Mon, 04 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we explore how these colorful candies are created in the factory, from the chocolate center to the thin candy shell, unique colors, and tiny printed "m."

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What's the Difference Between a Mouse and a Rat?

Sun, 03 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we explore the difference between mice and rats! We learn how size, body shape, ears, tails, and dropping can help us tell them apart!

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How Is Paint Made?

Sat, 02 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we explore how paint is made and why it starts out wet but dries into color that sticks!

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Why Do Roads Crack?

Fri, 01 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Why do streets crack and how does a small damaged spot turn into a pothole?! In this episode, we learn how heat, cold, water, heavy vehicles, and shifting ground can all wear down pavement over time.

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Why Do Cats and Dogs Have Whiskers?

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn that an animal's whiskers help sense touch, nearby objects, tiny air movements, and the space around their faces!

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Do Worms Have Hearts or Brains?

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Have you ever found a worm in the dirt and wondered how it works? In this episode, we explore what's really going on inside a worm! Do they have brains, hearts, or something a little different?

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Why Is Peanut Butter So Sticky? (Curious Kids Club)

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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It's a new episode of the Curious Kids Club! Today, we're talking about FOOD! We ask the kids in the Curious Kids Club what their favorite foods are! And we also figure out why peanut butter is so sticky!

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What Is a Prime Number?

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we learn what prime and composite numbers are by imagining apples arranged into equal groups!

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Why Are Old Movies in Black & White?

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Why are so many old movies and TV shows in black and white? In this episode, we explore how early cameras worked, and why color was harder and more expensive to capture!

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How Is a Slinky Made?

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

How is a Slinky made, and why can it walk down stairs? In this episode, we explore how the amazing slinky works!

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How Do We Predict the Weather?

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we explore how scientists predict the weather using tools like radar, satellites, weather balloons, and computer models... and why we sometimes get it wrong!

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What Would Happen If the Moon Disappeared?

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how the moon affects Earth in ways you might not even notice, from lighting up the night sky to helping create ocean tides.

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How Do Rubber Bands Work?

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we explore how rubber bands can stretch, store energy, and snap back into shape!

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How Long Can Humans Hold Their Breath?

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why humans can only hold their breath for a limited amount of time ans what actually makes your body feel desperate to breathe again. We also look at why trained athletes can hold their breath much longer than most people, and what the world record is for holding your breath!

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Where Did the Happy Birthday Song Come From?

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we learn where the Happy Birthday song came from and how it started as a classroom song called "Good Morning to All." We also talk about the court case that kept the song tied up in copyright claims for many years.

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How Do Electric Eels Shock You?

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how electric eels make electricity inside their own bodies using electrocytes!

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Why Do Bugs Bite Us?

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we explore why some bugs bite us and why some bugs sting when we get too close!

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What Are Blisters?

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we talk about what a blister really is, how it forms, and why your body makes one in the first place. Kids will learn how rubbing from shoes or socks can irritate the skin and how the body responds by creating a little fluid-filled cushion to protect the sore spot.

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How Do Hot Air Balloons Fly?

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how hot air balloons rise into the sky! We learn how heated air becomes less dense than cooler air and gives the the hot air balloon LIFT!

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What Is the Smallest Animal on Earth?

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we learn about Myxobolus shekel, an incredibly tiny animal that is so small it can only be seen with a microscope. We discuss what a micrometer is and how something so small can still be considered a real animal.

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What's the Difference Between Frogs and Toads? (Curious Kids Club)

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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It's a new episode of the Curious Kids Club! The one is all about FROGS & TOADS! We learn aboutthe differences between these two creatures, share some jokes, and then find out if the kids in the Curious Kids Club would rather jump high like a frog or run fast like a cheetah!

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How Long Does It Take to Become a Doctor?

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we talk about how long it takes to become a doctor and why that training takes so many years!

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How Are Bridges Built Over Water?

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we explore how people build bridges over water. We learn how engineers study the site and how giant materials are lifted and assembled step by step to bring it all together!

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How Are Drums Made at a Factory?

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we learn how drum makers build the shell, attach the hardware, stretch on the drumheads, and test the sound of drums! We also explain why drums can handle being hit over and over again.

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How Does Your Mail Get Delivered?

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how the post office knows where to send mail. We learn learn how addresses, ZIP Codes, sorting machines, trucks, planes, and mail carriers all work together to help letters and packages travel to the right places.

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How Do Grapes Become Raisins?

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we explore how juicy grapes turn into chewy raisins!

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What Is the Biggest Fish?

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we learn about the biggest fish on Earth... THE WHALE SHARK!

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Why Are Apples Green or Red?

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why some apples are green and some are red and why they taste differently!

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Why Do Birds Migrate?

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we explore why some birds travel to different places during different seasons. We learn how birds can use clues like the sun, stars, and even Earth's magnetic field to help them find their way.

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How Does the Internet Work?

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how the internet works! We will learn how data travels in tiny pieces and how the internet connects devices across homes, cities... even oceans!

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Why Don't You Remember Being a Baby?

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why people forget things and why you don't remember being a baby!

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How Are Marbles Made?

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we learn how marbles are made from glass melted in a super-hot furnace and shaped into little round balls while still soft!. We also learn how the swirls and colors inside marbles become part of the glass itself!

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What Happens When You Sprain Your Ankle?

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore what really happens when you sprain your ankle. We learn how ligaments help hold the ankle together and why pain, swelling, and bruising can show up after an injury.

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What Was the Biggest Dinosaur?

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore the biggest dinosaur ever discovered! We learn about the Argentinosaurus, what a sauropod is, and how fossils help scientists estimate dinosaur size!

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How Far Can Sea Turtles Swim? (Curious Kids Club)

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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It's a new episode of the Curious Kids Club! The one is all about TURTLES! We learn about how far they can travel, and then we find out from the kids in the Curious Kids Club whether they'd rather be a land turtle or a sea turtle. We also share some riddles and jokes!

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What Is Fog?

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how tiny drops of water can make the world look hazy and hard to see through. We learn how fog forms, why it often shows up in the morning, and why it can disappear so quickly!

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How Is Cotton Candy Made?

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how plain old sugar gets turned into fluffy cotton candy. A cotton candy machine is a very clever device, and we learn ALL about it today!

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What Is TNT?

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore what TNT really is (and what the letters stand for!), as well as what is actually happening during an explosion.

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How Cold Is Antarctica?

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore just how cold Antarctica really gets and why the middle of the continent is even colder than the coast!

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How Did Nintendo Get Its Name?

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore what the name NINTENDO means. Did you know that Nintendo is such an old company... no one actually knows for sure what "Nintendo" means?! They started as a Japanese playing card company in 1889 eventually became one of the most famous video game companies in the world!

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What Is a Galaxy?

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore what a galaxy is, and we learn what is at the center of OUR galaxy, The Milky Way!

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Why Do Frogs Croak at Night?

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why you are more likely to hear frogs calling after the sun goes down!

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Why Do Cakes Rise in the Oven?

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why cakes and other baked treats rise in the oven. We learn how baking powder and baking soda create tiny gas bubbles, and how the cake "sets" so it stays tall and fluffy when it is done baking.

My kids asked if they could be in this episode, so there is some silly stuff at the end!

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Why Do We Sleep Talk?

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why people sometimes talk in their sleep. We learn what somniloquy is and why a partially-awake brain can accidentally turn on the "talking" parts while the rest of the body stays asleep.

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Why Does Soda Explode When You Shake It?

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why sodas spray everywhere after you shake them. We learn what the fizz is made of and what causes the reaction!

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Why Do Crabs Walk Sideways?

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why crabs look so funny when they move, and why that sideways walk is actually the smartest way for them to get around.

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Why Do You Cough?

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we find out how your body uses a cough reflex to protect your airway! We learn learn what your brain and nerves do to start it and why a burst of air helps clear irritation so breathing stays nice and easy!

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Why Do You Get Butterflies in Your Stomach?

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why your stomach can feel fluttery when you get nervous. We learn how your brain and belly communicate and what the fight-or-flight response does to digestion.

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What Is Physics and How Do Things Move? (Curious Kids Club)

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

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It's a new episode of the Curious Kids Club! The one is all about LEARNING! We answer Simon's question about what physics is, we read some riddles, and the kids in the Curious Kids Club share what makes someone a good teacher!

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Why Do Penguins Waddle?

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why penguins walk with that famous waddle. We'll talk about how penguin legs are placed farther back on their bodies to help them swim powerfully and why short steps can help on slippery ice and snow!

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Why Does Liquid Stay in a Straw?

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we figure out why liquid can stay inside a straw when you cover the top with your finger, and why it falls out the moment you let air back in. It's all about air pressure!

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What Would Happen If the Sun Exploded?

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we discuss what it would happen to the Earth is the sun were suddenly gone! We learn exactly why the Sun is such an important part of daily life on our planet!

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How Long Do Crocodiles Live?

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how long crocodiles can live and why the exact age of a very old crocodile can be hard to prove.

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How Do Printers Work?

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we figure out how printers turn a blank page into words and pictures and colors. From inkjet printers to laser printers and thermal printers... there are lots of different ways to print!

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Why Do Ice Cubes Crack in Your Drink?

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we answer why frozen water sometimes makes cracking and popping sounds when it hits your drink.

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How Do Dogs Bark?

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how dogs make their barking sound and why different barks can make different sounds.

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Why Do Donuts Have Holes?

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we figure out why donuts have holes! We talk about how heat moves through dough while it cooks and why thick dough can stay undercooked in the middle. Warning: You will want a donut by the end of this episode!

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How Do Ceiling Fans Work?

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 09:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explain how a ceiling fan keeps spinning using electricity and its motor! We talk about the stator and rotor inside the motor and how a fan's motion is all about magnetic fields.

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How Does a Refrigerator Keep Food Cold?

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 08:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we're figuring out how a refrigerator keeps food cold by using a refrigerant that changes between liquid and gas, and a loop of parts like coils and a compressor that carry heat from the inside to the outside!

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How Do Automatic Doors Know You're There?

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explain how automatic sliding doors can "tell" when someone is approaching. We explore the sensors that detect motion or heat and how safety beams help prevent the doors from closing when someone is still in the doorway.

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Why Do Flamingos Stand on One Leg?

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why flamingos often stand on one leg while resting in water. We learn how special leg joints allow these birds to balance efficiently with very little muscle effort.

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How Do You Make Ice Cream?

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we discuss how ice cream is made! We learn about all of the ingredients and why ice mixed with salt can get colder and help freeze the dessert faster.

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Why Do Babies Spit Up So Much? (Curious Kids Club)

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:15:00 -0000

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It's a new episode of the Curious Kids Club! The one is all about babies. we answer Luka's question about why babies spit up so much, we read some jokes, and the kids in the Curious Kids Club share what they think it must be like to be a baby!

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How Do Thermometers Check Your Temperature?

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how thermometers measure your body temperature, including how different types detect heat and turn it into numbers you can read.

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Why Do Your Fingers Go Numb When It's Cold?

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 08:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we learn why your fingers can go numb in cold weather and how your body redirects blood flow to protect important organs.

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Why Does Exercise Make You Feel Good?

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 08:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we discover why moving your body through exercise can improve your mood and release special chemicals in your brain that help you feel good.

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How Do You Know When You Fall Asleep?

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore what changes in your brain and body when you fall asleep and how scientists can tell the exact moment your body shifts from being awake to being asleep.

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Why Does Glass Look Invisible?

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we learn why glass looks almost invisible! We discover why certain materials let light travel through while others block or reflect it.

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What Happens When You Bite Your Tongue?

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we find out what happens inside your mouth when you accidentally bite your tongue and how your body works quickly to heal the tiny injury.

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Why Are Some Stars Brighter than Others?

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why some stars look brighter than others, and we learn how distance, size, and weather conditions all affect what we see when we look up at the night sky.

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How Is Cardboard Made?

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we follow the path of cardboard... from wood or recycled paper into watery pulp, then into paper sheets, and finally into the strong shipping material used for boxes, with a wavy inside layer that helps it resist being crushed!

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Why Do Grown Ups Get Gray Hair?

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why grown ups get more grey or white hair as they get older!

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Why Do You Hear Ringing When It's Very Quiet?

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why you might hear a faint ringing or high tone when the room gets extremely quiet, and what your brain and hearing system are doing in the background even when there is no obvious sound!

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What Would Happen If the Moon Crashed into the Earth?

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore a curious, hypothetical question: what would happen if the Moon crashed into Earth? We learn about gravity, speed, impacts, ocean waves, and how Earth's spin could change if something massive hit our planet.

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Why Do We Blush?

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why your face can feel hot and look red when you get embarrassed, and how your brain and blood vessels work together to change blood flow in your cheeks.

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Why Do Bright Lights Hurt Your Eyes?

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we talk about why it hurts when a bright light hits your eyes, and why do you sometimes see little spots when you close your eyes afterward. We explore how your eyes control incoming light and why your vision sometimes needs a moment to reset.

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How Are Legos Made? (Curious Kids Club)

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

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In today's episode, we explore how LEGO bricks are made! This is a CURIOUS KIDS CLUB episode, so we also read some jokes submitted by YOU and then we hear from kids in the Curious Kids Club about where they are from and what their favorite things are about where they live!

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Why Do Snakes Lose Their Skin?

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why snakes shed their skin! We learn qhy shedding helps snakes grow and stay healthy.

Along the way, we talk about cloudy snake eyes, scales, and how snakes wriggle out of their old skin in one long piece. Plus, kids can play games, quizzes, and imagination challenges that reinforce what they learned.

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Why Do Balloons Shrink Over Time?

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we find out why a balloon can get smaller over time even if it never pops!

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How Do Squids Squirt Ink?

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how squids protect themselves by releasing a dark cloud and jetting away fast!

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Why Do You Get Shocked When You Touch Things?

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we figure out why you sometimes get a little zap when you touch things, especially in the winter. We explain how electrons can build up on your body and why touching metal can make that charge move all at once.

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Why Do You Have a Belly Button?

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we figure out why you have a belly button. We learn how a baby gets oxygen and nutrients before being born, and why your belly button is a tiny reminder of how you grew before you ever took your first breath.

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How Smart Are Baboons?

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how smart baboons are by looking at what "smart" can mean in the animal world, including problem solving, memory, learning by watching others, and making quick decisions in the moment.

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How Do Muscles Grow Bigger?

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why your body "upgrades" itself after exercise, and how muscles grow bigger over time.

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Why Do Some People Snore?

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore what snoring is and why some people snore more than others!

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Why Is Your Voice Louder When You Cover Your Ears?

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why your voice sounds louder (and strange!) when you cover your ears. We learn that sound is made of vibrations, and that you hear your own voice in two ways: through the air and through vibrations traveling through your head!

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Why Do Markers Dry Out?

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we figure out why markers dry out so fast when the cap is left off. We learn what marker ink is made of and how evaporation slowly steals the liquid that makes the color flow.

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How Do X-Rays Work?

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we learn how doctors can take a picture of the inside of your body using invisible X-ray light and why bones show up so clearly in the image.

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Why Does Your Nose Get Stuffy?

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore what's really happening when your nose gets stuffy, and why it can feel like it refills with mucus right after you blow it!

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Asteroids vs Meteorites: What's the Difference?

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we learn about the different between asteroid and a meteorite, and then we clear up the confusing space rock words: meteoroid, meteor, and meteorite.

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Why Are Dogs' Noses Wet? (Curious Kids Club)

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

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It's another episode of CURIOUS KIDS CLUB! Thse are special episodes where members of the Curious Kids Club can help create the show! Today, we explore why dogs often have wet noses, then we tell some jokes, and finally, Josh asks YOU what your favorite game to play is!

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How Do TVs Work?

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how a screen can show moving pictures by using millions of tiny pixels that change color and brightness incredibly fast.

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Why Can't You See a Clock's Hour Hand Move?

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we talk about why you can watch the hour hand for a long time and still never catch it moving, even though it is always on the move. We explore how slowly the hour hand turns, how gears inside a clock control the speed of each hand, and why your eyes are much better at noticing quick changes than tiny, steady motion.

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How Do Snails Move?

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how snails move even though they don't have legs. We learn how a snail's muscular foot, slow muscle waves, and slippery slime work together to help snails crawl across the ground, up walls, and even across ceilings!

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How Do Tall Buildings Not Fall Down?

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how skyscrapers and other tall buildings stay standing without tipping over, even when strong winds blow or storms roll through. We learn how deep foundations spread out weight, how steel and reinforced concrete act like a building's skeleton, and why many tall buildings are actually designed to sway a little to stay safe.

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Why Do Animals Hibernate?

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why animals hibernate and how slowing down helps them survive cold winters when food is hard to find.

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Where Does All the Trash Go?

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we follow the journey of trash after it leaves your house and discover where it all ends up, whether it's garbage, compost, recycling... or even batteries!

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How Do iPhones Work?

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how iPhones work. From touch screens and batteries to processors and radio waves, we discuss what makes those pocket-sized computers function just right.

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Why Is Water Wet?

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore a question that seems simple but is surprisingly tricky: why is water wet? We talk about what "wet" actually means and how your skin senses water.

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What's the Difference Between a Tree and a Bush?

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how trees and bushes are different, even though they can look very similar. We talk about trunks, stems, height, and shape to understand how scientists tell them apart!

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How Are Diamonds Made?

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how diamonds are made and why they are so rare. We learn how simple carbon can turn into a sparkling gem deep underground with the help of heat and pressure.

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How Are Stuffed Animals Made?

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how stuffed animals are designed, sewn, stuffed, and checked before they become a child's favorite bedtime companion.

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How Do Birds Build Their Nests?

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how birds build their nests, from choosing the perfect spot to weaving together sticks, grass, feathers, and even spider silk. We also discover how birds remember exactly where their nest is using landmarks and strong memory.

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Why Do We Get Pimples?

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore what pimples are and what your skin is trying to do when a pore gets clogged. We also talk about oil glands, bacteria, and why even babies can sometimes get pimples while their skin is still adjusting to life on the outside!

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How Do Hurricanes Form?

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we talk about the "recipe" a hurricane needs to form and why the storm begins to spin! Plus, we discuss why hurricanes can only form in certain places!

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How Do Firefighters Put Out Fires?

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 11:25:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how firefighters use science and special tools to stop fires by removing heat, fuel, or oxygen!

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What Makes Tape Sticky?

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore what makes tape sticky and why it can stick so well without turning into a solid lump on the roll. We talk about pressure and the tiny invisible forces that help tape hold things together.

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Why Is a Cactus So Sharp?

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why cacti are so sharp and how those prickly spines help them survive in hot, dry deserts.

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Why Does the Power Go Out Sometimes?

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:12:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why the power sometimes goes out and how electricity travels from faraway power plants to your home. We learn how weather, accidents, heavy electricity use, and safety systems can all play a role in power outages.

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Why Do You Need to Go to the Bathroom? (Captain Curious)

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

Note to Parents: The word "poop" is used only once to clarify that this is what is meant by the more clinical term "feces." This episode avoids crude humor.

Our digestive system adventure comes to an end! Captain Curious explores the LARGE INTESTINE and what's really going on when a person feels the urge to go to the bathroom!

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How Does a Stethoscope Hear Your Heartbeat?

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 06:12:00 -0000

In today's episode, we learn how doctors use stethoscopes to hear heartbeats and breathing. We explore how the amazing way a stethoscope collects and guides sound!

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How Are Cartoons Made?

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how still drawings can turn into moving pictures. Kids learn how animation works and why our brains see motion.

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Why Do People Look Tiny from Far Away?

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we talk about PERSPECTIVE and PERCEPTION! We explore why things look tiny when they are far away, even though their real size never changes.

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Why Do You Get Chapped Lips in the Winter?

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why winter makes your lips feel dry and cracky, and why your knuckles can sometimes split and bleed. We'll learn what cold, dry air does to your skin and why lips struggle more than other skin!

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How Are Roller Coasters Safe?

Sat, 10 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how roller coasters are designed, built, and tested, from the very first big hill to the wheels that keep the train locked safely onto the track.

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Why Isn't There Air in Outer Space?

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why you can breathe on Earth but not in outer space... and how gravity holds the key!

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What Does the Small Intestine Do? (Captain Curious)

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, Captain Curious shrinks down and takes a trip through the small intestine. Along the way, we explore what the small intestine does and its three distinct sections: the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum.

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Why Do You Look Like Your Parents?

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

NOTE TO PARENTS: This episode is very clinical and avoids explaining how the process begins, but it may invite questions about how exactly Mom and Dad "share DNA" in the first place.

In today's episode, we explore why kids often have the same eyes, smile, hair color, or face shape as people in their family. We learn how DNA works like an instruction book inside your cells, how genes and chromosomes carry traits, and why your look is a one-of-a-kind mix.

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Why Do You Get a Brain Freeze When Eating Ice Cream?

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why a "brain freeze" can hurt so suddenly when you eat something very cold, and why it feels like the pain is in your forehead even though it starts in the roof of your mouth!

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Why Are Days Shorter in the Winter?

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why it gets dark earlier in the winter, and what's really happening with the Sun and the Earth when days feel shorter! It's all about the Earth's TILT!

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When Happens When You Lose Blood?

Sun, 04 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore what happens when you lose blood, how your body quickly stops the bleeding, and how it makes brand new blood parts again using a "factory" inside your bones called bone marrow.

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Why Does a Compass Always Point North?

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we learn how Earth acts like a giant magnet and how that helps a compass always point north!

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What Happens When You Throw Up? (Curious Kids Club)

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

It's another episode of the Curious Kids Club! We invite members of the club to help create this monthly episode. Today, we discuss what happens when you throw up, and then we read some riddles submitted by kids in the Curious Kids Club. We also telll some jokes and finish things out by listening to some listener submissions about wha tto do when you're stuck inside all day!

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Why Do Cats Purr?

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why a cozy rumbling sound can mean more than one thing, and how cats create their distinct purring!

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Why Does a Lizard's Tail Fall Off?

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why lizards can drop their tails on purpose and how their bodies are able to grow them back. We learn how a wiggling tail can distract predators and why regrowing a tail takes time and energy!

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Why Do Batteries in Your Toys Die?

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore what batteries actually do and why they eventually stop working. We learn what's happening inside a batter and why different toys need different kinds and numbers of batteries.

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Why Do You Get a Headache?

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore what headaches are and what your body might be trying to tell you when your head starts to hurt.

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Why Do Clothes Shrink in the Dryer?

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why clothes shrink in the dryer and what is really happening to the tiny fibers inside your favorite shirts and pants.

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Why Do Your Fingers Get Wrinkled in the Bath Tub?

Sat, 27 Dec 2025 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why your fingers get wrinkled and pruny after spending time in the bath or swimming pool, and how your nerves and blood vessels work together to make it happen!

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How Do Large Fish Get to the Aquarium?

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how huge sea animals like sharks safely travel from one place to another and end up swimming in aquariums!

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Why Do Some Trees Stay Green All Year Long?

Thu, 25 Dec 2025 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why some trees stay green all year long, even during cold winter months when most trees lose their leaves.

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Why Are Vitamins Good for You?

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why vitamins are good for your body and how these tiny nutrients help you grow and stay healthy.

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How Does a Piano Make Music?

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how a piano makes music and what's really happening inside when you press a key. From tiny hammers and stretched strings to a giant wooden soundboard, we break down how movement turns into beautiful sound.

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Why Do Dogs Lick You?

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why dogs lick people and what those licks might actually mean. From saying hello and showing affection to calming themselves down or getting attention, we learn how dogs use licking as a way to communicate.

Along the way, kids play interactive games, test what they learned, and think about how animals communicate without words.

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Why Can't You Just Eat Candy All the Time?

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why candy tastes so good, why our brains love sugar, and why it is not a great idea to eat sweets ALL the time!

Along the way, we play interactive games, think through fun questions, and connect everyday experiences like eating candy to how our bodies actually work.

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How Many Babies Are Born Every Second?

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how many babies are born every second and what that tells us about the way the world's population changes over time. Plus, we talk about how you could fit every single person on earth into the state of Texas!

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How Do Calculators Know Every Math Problem?

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 06:15:00 -0000

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What Really Happens Inside Your Stomach? (Captain Curious)

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 06:17:00 -0000

In today's Captain Curious episode, we travel into the stomach and learn what it is, what it does, and what really happens to food from the moment it arrives from the esophagus until it exits into the small intestine.

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Why Do We Get Fevers?

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 06:17:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore what fevers are and why your body raises its temperature to fight germs!

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Why Do You Get Carsick?

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 06:17:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why some people feel sick in the car and why that strange feeling usually disappears as soon as the ride ends. We learn how the eyes, inner ears, and brain work together to sense motion and keep everything on track.

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How Are Snowflakes Made?

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how snowflakes are made, starting high up in cold clouds where tiny ice crystals begin forming around microscopic particles like dust!

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How Do Solar Panels Work?

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:15:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how solar panels turn sunlight into electricity. We learn what photons are and how silicon solar cells can set electrons into motion!

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Can You Make Your Own Board Game?

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how board games are really made, from the first idea in a designer's notebook to the huge factory machines that print, cut, and pack all the pieces together. We also create our own board game together!

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Why Do We Cry When We Are Sad?

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why humans cry when they feel sad, happy, overwhelmed, or stresse, and we learn about the three different types of tears our bodies make!

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How Fast Does the Esophagus Move Food? (Captain Curious)

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, Captain Curious slows down time inside the esophagus to find out how food actually travels from the mouth to the stomach. We hear what peristalsis is, learn about the powerful sphincters at the top and bottom of the esophagus, discover how the slippery mucosa helps food slide safely, and find out why water and hot tea feel so different as they rush past on the way to the stomach.

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What Would Happen If the Earth Stopped Spinning?

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore what would happen if the Earth stopped spinning. We learn why we don't feel the Earth turning and how day, night, weather, and oceans would behave on a non-spinning planet.

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Why Do Some People Sleepwalk?

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why some people sleepwalk and what is happening inside the brain when it occurs. We learn about deep sleep, how the brain controls movement, and why sleepwalking is more common in children!

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Why Do We Sweat?

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why your body makes sweat (and what it's made of!). We learn about evaporation, sweat glands, temperature control, and why sweat sometimes smells different.

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How Do We Know What Dinosaurs Looked Like?

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how scientists figure out what dinosaurs looked like without ever seeing them in real life. Let's learn how fossils, footprints, muscle marks, and rare skin impressions help experts rebuild these amazing creatures from the clues they left behind!

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Where Does Waste Go After You Flush the Toilet?

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000

Note for parents: This episode talks about the journey of waste, but I avoid crudeness and do not use words like "poop" or "pee."

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How Does Glue Make Things Stick Together?

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how glue sticks things together and how the process is different for different types of glue!

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What Happens in Your Mouth When You Eat? (Captain Curious)

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, Captain Curious is BACK! We begin an adventure inside the mouth to explore the first stage of the digestive system. We look at how teeth chew, how the tongue and cheeks move food around, how saliva helps break food down, and what happens when you swallow as we search for the mystery item that is making the Imaginary Astronaut's tummy hurt!

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How Are Mountains Made?

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how mountains form and what forces shape them over time. From colliding tectonic plates to rising magma and cracking crust, we learn that mountains are clues that our planet is always changing!

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What Is Outside of Outer Space?

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore whether space has an edge and what might lie beyond the part of the universe we can see!

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How Deep Is the Ocean? (Curious Kids Club)

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000

This is a very special episode of Curious Kids Every Day! It features submissions from kids in the CURIOUS KIDS CLUB! If your family would like to join, please visit SupportCuriousKids.com.

One Curious Kids Club member asked how deep the ocean is, so we answer that question. Then, we read some jokes that were submitted. Finally, we listen to some recordings from kids in the Curious Kids Club as they answer the question: "What is your favorite thing about Christmas?"

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How Many People Does It Take to Make a Pencil?

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how something as small as a pencil requires thousands of people working together across forests, mines, factories and shipping routes. We discover how no ONE person can create a pencil all alone!

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Why Does Play-Doh Dry Out?

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why Play-Doh dries out when you leave the lid off. We learn why water is the key to keeping it soft and squishy!

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Why Are Skunks So Smelly?

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we find out why skunks have such a powerful smell and how their stinky spray helps keep them safe from predators!

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How Do Doctors Make You Sleep During Surgery?

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how doctors help people fall safely and comfortably asleep using special medicine called anesthesia. We learn how it works (and how the body wakes back up afterward!).

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Why Does the Sky Change Colors at Sunrise & Sunset?

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

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How Do Fire Extinguishers Work?

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how fire extinguishers actually stop a fire. We'll learn about the fire triangle and how extinguishers use powder or carbon dioxide to remove the ingredients necessary for a fire to keep burning!

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What If You Never Cut Your Fingernails?

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how fingernails grow and learn about all the different parts, from the nail matrix, to the lunula, to the nail plate... all the way to the free edge!

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Why Do Elephants Have Big Trunks?

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why elephants have such big, flexible trunks and how this incredible tool helps them smell, eat, drink, communicate, swim, and stay cool. Plus, we learn how many muscles are inside a trunk! It's way more than you think!

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Why Do Dollar Bills Look So Weird?

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore all the strange details on a dollar bill. We learn what dollar bills are made of, why they are green, and what the serial number means!

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Why Do You Get a Sore Throat?

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why your throat gets red and it hurts to swallow when you have a "sore throat!"

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Why Do You Have Wax in Your Ears?

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how your ears make wax and why this strange substance actually protects your ears!

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Why Do Dolphins Jump Out of the Water?

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why dolphins leap out of the water and what those amazing jumps tell us about how they live, breathe, hunt and communicate.

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How Do Traffic Lights Know When to Change Colors?

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how the lights at intersections know when to change. We learn how timers, sensors, and small computers work together to keep cars moving safely and smoothly.

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How Do Telescopes See So Far Away?

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how telescopes gather and bend light so your eyes can see faraway moons, planets, stars, and galaxies in incredible detail. We will learn why lenses and mirrors make it happen and why bigger telescopes can reveal more of the universe.

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What Is a Paradox?

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore one of the strangest and most fascinating concepts in all of logic: paradoxes. We discover how certain statements can twist back on themselves and make our brains spin in circles. From the classic "This sentence is false" puzzle to stories involving time loops, this episode dives into the world of mind-bending contradictions.

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Why Do Horses Sleep Standing Up?

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how horses are able to sleep while standing up, why their legs don't buckle beneath them, and how their bodies are specially designed for both safety and rest.

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How Are Crayons Made?

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we discover how crayons are made! From melted wax to bright colors, learn how these drawing sticks come to life in the factory before landing in your crayon box.

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How Do You Make a Podcast?

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

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Why Do Fans Make You Cold?

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why fans make you feel cool, even though they don't actually lower the temperature. Learn how air movement and your body's own cooling system work together to create that refreshing breeze on a hot day.

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Why Is Chocolate Good for You?

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we're taking a sweet trip from the rainforest to the candy aisle to discover how chocolate is really made! From cacao pods growing on trees to beans being roasted and turned into bars, we'll follow every step of chocolate's delicious journey.

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Why Is It Bad to Look at the Sun?

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we learn how sunglasses protect your eyes from sunlight, why everything looks darker when you wear them, and why not ALL light is visible!

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Why Do Sticks Make Different Sounds When You Swing Them?

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we find out why different sticks make different sounds when you swing them! We examine how air, speed, and shape work together to create those whoosh, whip, or swish sound! Each one is unique!

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Why Do Your Legs Fall Asleep Sometimes?

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why your legs sometimes feel tingly or "fall asleep" after sitting in one position for too long. What's really happening inside your body when that weird feeling kicks in?

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How Do You Make a Movie?

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we're learning how movies are made... from storyboards and filming to editing and animation! Discover what happens behind the scenes of your favorite films and find out how hundreds of people work together to bring stories to life.

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How Do Babies Learn to Talk?

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we discover how babies go from crying and cooing to saying their very first words. From the sounds they hear before they're even born to the way parents help them learn language through talking and reading, we explore every step of how a baby learns to talk.

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Why Do Cars Need Gas?

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we're finding out why cars need gas to move! From the gas pump nozzle to the tiny explosions inside an engine, we explain how fuel turns into motion and what happens if you ever run out of gas.

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How Does a Bicycle Stay Balanced?

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how bicycles stay balanced! Why does a bike fall over when it's still, but glide smoothly when it's moving? We explain how how motion and tiny steering adjustments work together to keep a bicycle upright, and how your brain learns to balance without even thinking about it!

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Why Do Oceans Have Waves?

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why the ocean is never truly flat. From wind that transfers energy into the sea, to tides caused by the Moon and Sun, to special cases like tsunamis... today, we're talking all about OCEAN WAVES!

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Why Do We Feel Pain?

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why we feel pain and discover how it's actually your brain's warning system keeping you safe. You'll learn how nerves send signals to the brain and why pain actually helps you heal!

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What Is the Fastest Bird?

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we learn about the fastest bird on Earth: the incredible peregrine falcon! It dives at over 240 miles per hour! Plus, we discuss other super-speedy birds like the white-throated needletail!

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Why Do Fire Ants Sting?

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we're finding out why fire ants sting and why it burns so much! We explain how fire ants protect their colonies, how their venom works, and why they bite first before stinging. You'll also learn where fire ants came from!

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Detective Curious: What Are Anagrams?

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Detective Curious has one more mystery to solve if he's going to get out of the World of Words and finally figure out who IA is! Today, we learn all about anagrams. Make sure your kids have a pencil and paper for this episode so that they can play along with the mystery!

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How Can You Guess a Dice Roll?

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore the math behind luck and learn why 7 is the most common number when you roll two dice! We explain what probability means, how it helps us predict outcomes, and how you can test it yourself with dice or a coin!

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Why Can You Erase Pencil Writing?

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we find out what really happens when you erase something you wrote with a pencil! Discover how graphite, friction, and a little bit of rubber work together to make your writing disappear... and why it doesn't work with pen ink!

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How Does a Vacuum Cleaner Suck Up Dirt?

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how a vacuum cleaner actually sucks up dirt! Air pressure, spinning fans, and powerful motors work together to pull dust and crumbs right off the floor.

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How Does a Zipper Work?

Sun, 26 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we're taking a close-up look at one of the simplest yet most brilliant inventions ever made... the zipper! Learn how rows of tiny teeth lock together with the help of a special slider!

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Why Do You Get Sunburns?

Sat, 25 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we find out what really happens when you get a sunburn. Why does it hurt and how does your body fix it? We explain how ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun affects your skin and why sunscreen is so important for protection.

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Why Does Food Go Bad?

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we find out why food "goes bad" and what's really happening when milk sours, fruit turns brown, or bread grows mold. We explain how bacteria and mold eat food to get energy and help recycle nutrients back into nature... and why the foods that spoil fastest are often the healthiest for us!

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Detective Curious: What Are Rhymes?

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, Detective Curious tries to crack The Case of the Rhymes! Everything he says in this place has to rhyme, and things get pretty crazy! Along the way, we learn what rhymes are, how they work, and we even get a BIG CLUE about what "IA" is!

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How Do Cameras Take Pictures?

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever wondered how pressing a button on a camera can freeze a moment in time? In this episode, we'll explore how cameras capture light, use lenses and shutters, and record images on film or digital sensors. You'll find out what makes film cameras and digital cameras different, and how pictures today can appear instantly on a screen.

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How Do Satellites Stay in Space?

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how satellites stay in space. We'll learn why satellites don't fall back to Earth and how rockets launch them into orbit!

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Why Do Earthquakes Happen?

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how earthquakes happen! You'll discover how energy builds up underground and why some parts of the world shake more than others. We'll also talk about famous earthquake zones like the San Andreas Fault and the Ring of Fire, and even learn which U.S. state has the most earthquakes (Hint: it's NOT California!)

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How Does Wi-Fi Work?

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we're exploring the invisible world of Wi-Fi! How can information travel through the air to reach your phone, computer, or Yoto? We'll discover how Wi-Fi uses radio waves, routers, and packets of data to connect you to the internet without wires!

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What Are Fingerprints?

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we're looking closely at the swirls and ridges on your fingertips! Why do we have them, how do they help us, and are they completely unique to each person?

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Why Are Some Teeth Pointy and Others Flat?

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we're talking about teeth! Why are some sharp and pointy while others are flat and wide? We explain how each type of tooth has its own job to do to make sure you can eat your food!

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Detective Curious: What Are Homophones?

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, Detective Curious tackles some puzzling notes containing words that sound the same but are spelled differently. Can he crack the case and ultimately find another clue that will help us escape the World of Words?!

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Why Do Your Muscles Get Sore after Playing Hard?

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore what happens when your muscles sometimes feel sore after playing hard or trying something new. Let's find out why soreness means your body is getting stronger!

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Why Do We Get Dizzy When We Spin Around?

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why spinning around makes us feel dizzy. From the inner ear's semicircular canals to the fluid that keeps sloshing even after you stop, discover how your body gets tricked into thinking the world is still spinning!

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When Were Phones Invented?

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we're learning all about how the telephone was invented. But we go back even further to learn about the telegraph, too. You might even learn a little morse code today!

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Why Do We Burp?

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

PARENT NOTE: This episode avoids crudity (and the noise of a burp itself). It's pretty clinical while still being fun and engaging.

In today's episode, we're learning all about burps! Why do they happen, how do they make us feel better, and why are they usually considered rude?

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What Is the International Space Station?

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we're blasting off to learn all about the International Space Station! From how it was built piece by piece in orbit to what astronauts do every day in microgravity, this episode takes you inside the world's largest science lab in space.

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How Do Elevators Work?

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we're learning how elevators move heavy loads smoothly up and down. From counterweights and cables to motors and hydraulic systems, discover the clever designs that make elevators safe and powerful.

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Detective Curious: What Are Palindromes?

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Detective Curious tumbles back into the World of Words and has to crack The Case of the Palindromes! What do words like "Mom," "Pop," and "Kayak" all have in common? Once the mystery is solved, we get a little closer to figuring out how to escape the World of Words!

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Why Do Giraffes Have Such Long Necks?

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we're stretching our necks up high to learn about giraffes! Why do these incredible animals have such long necks and how does it help them survive? We'll explore how giraffes use their height to eat, fight, and stay safe!

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How Do Jellyfish Sting?

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how jellyfish sting! From the tiny harpoon-like nematocysts hidden in their tentacles to the venom they use for hunting and defense, we'll learn why jellyfish sting and what makes them such fascinating ocean survivors.

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Why Do Leaves Change Colors in the Fall?

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:30:00 -0000

In today's episode, we discover why leaves change colors in the fall. From chlorophyll breaking down to hidden pigments like carotenoids and anthocyanins, you'll learn how trees prepare for winter with one last colorful display!

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Why Do We Forget Things?

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore why our brains sometimes forget things. From fading memories and interference to the power of sleep and emotions, we discover how forgetting actually helps us manage the flood of information we experience every day.

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How Do Your Ears Hear Sound?

Sat, 04 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore how hearing really works... from vibrating sound waves and the eardrum, to the tiny middle-ear bones, to the fluid-filled cochlea and its hair cells that send signals along the auditory nerve to your brain! We discuss why ear protection is important, too!

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Why Do Turtles Live So Long?

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore turtle lifespans and discuss why some turtles can live for 150 years. It's a mixture of their shell, metabolism, slow-pace, and more!

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Detective Curious: What Are Onomatopoeias?

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Captain Curious becomes DETECTIVE CURIOUS and discovers a strange World of Words where sounds like "moo," "meow," and "zoom" are clues in a big mystery. Can Detective Curious discover what an onomatopoeia is before time runs out?!

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Why Do We Yawn?

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we stretch wide and take a deep breath to explore the science of yawning. We have guesses, but no one knows for sure! We discuss whether they're about tiredness, getting more oxygen, cooling the brain, or maybe just contagious behavior!

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How Do Microwaves Heat Food So Fast?

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we peek inside the microwave to discover how invisible waves can cook dinner in just minutes. We learn how microwaves excite water molecules, why food heats unevenly sometimes, and which items are safe (and unsafe) to put inside.

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Why Do Light Bulbs Burn Out?

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we flip the switch on light bulbs to see how they shine. From glowing filaments to exciting electrons, we explore the science that makes a bulb light up and figure out why they eventually burn out.

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Why Do Camels Have Humps?

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we travel across the desert to discover why camels have those tall, lumpy humps. We learn how the hump stores fat (no water!), how camels survive long stretches without food, and why their bodies are perfectly designed for desert life.

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How Do Dishwashers Clean Dishes?

Sat, 27 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we open up the mystery of dishwashers to find out how these kitchen machines spray, scrub, and rinse our plates sparkling clean!

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Why Does Your House Get Dusty?

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we explore the mystery of dust: what it is, where it comes from, and why it always seems to reappear in our homes. From tiny skin flakes to particles floating in from the outdoors, we uncover how dust builds up and why no house ever stays dust-free for long.

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Captain Curious: Why Isn't Pluto a Planet Anymore?

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's space adventure finale, Captain Curious sets course for Pluto to solve a mystery: why isn't Pluto a planet anymore? We explore what makes a planet different from a dwarf planet, meet Pluto's neighbors in the Kuiper Belt, and learn how the discovery of Eris led scientists to update the rules.

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What Is Fire?

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever wondered what fire actually is? Fire is a chemical reaction! In this episode, we explore how fire works, why flames point upward, and what makes them glow in different colors.

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Why Do We Dream?

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In this episode, we explore what scientists have discovered about the sleeping brain. We discuss how vivid dreams most often happen during REM sleep, why the brain stays busy at night, and how dreaming relates to memory sorting, emotions, problem solving, and even practice for handling scary situations.

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Why Can You See Yourself in the Mirror?

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever looked in a mirror and wondered how it actually works? Today we're exploring the science of reflections! We'll talk about how mirrors bounce light back to create images, why things look reversed, and how the whole thing is a big trick being played on your brain.

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How Does a Radio Work?

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever wondered how music and voices from a radio station end up playing right inside your car? In this episode, we explain how radio waves carry sound through the air, how antennas grab those signals, and why you hear static when you change stations.

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How Does a Key Lock a Door?

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Today we unlock the secret of how keys and locks work. From the cylinder, to the pins, the springs, the shear line, and how a key's "hills and valleys" line everything up so the bolt can move... we break it all down!

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What Is Poison Ivy?

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Poison ivy is one of the most famous plants in North America... mostly because it makes people so itchy! But is it actually poisonous? In this episode, we explore what poison ivy really is, what happens when you touch it, and how to recognize it before you get too close.

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Captain Curious: How Was Neptune Discovered with Math?

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Blast off to the far edge of our solar system for a tour of Neptune! In this episode, we explore why Neptune is such a deep blue and how its record-setting winds and shifting Great Dark Spots make it a stormy world. We also uncover how Neptune was discovered with math, why its biggest moon Triton orbits backward and shoots nitrogen geysers into the sky, and how a Neptune day and year compare to ours!

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How Did People Get Food before Grocery Stores?

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Today, we discover how people got their food before they had grocery stores! We learn how people had to grow, raise, and trade their own food. Then, we discover how a little store called Piggly Wiggly changed EVERYTHING!

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Can We Travel through Time?

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Today, we imagine a world where time machines are real and explore what that would actually mean. We meet famous time travel ideas like the Grandfather Paradox and the Predestination Paradox, and we unpack the Butterfly Effect to show how tiny choices can create big changes over time. Along the way, we tie it back to real science with a simple look at why the astronauts on the Internation Space Station age just a little bit slower than we do on Earth!

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Why Do We Laugh?

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

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How Do We Keep Track of All the Animals?

Sun, 14 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

How do scientists sort all the animals on Earth? In today's episode, we climb from the biggest group to the smallest one and learn how Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, and Species work together like neat toy bins. We practice with a Poodle (and LEGO!) so kids can see each step in action.

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Why Do Birds Sing?

Sat, 13 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Why do birds sing? Is it just for fun, or is there a reason behind all those chirps, whistles, and songs you hear in the morning? Today, we explore how birds use songs to defend their territory, attract mates, stay connected with their flock, and even learn new sounds.

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What Would Happen If You Stopped Drinking Water?

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever wondered why your parents always tell you to drink water? Today, we explore why water is the most important drink for your body. You'll discover how water keeps you cool, carries nutrients, protects your brain, and even helps you think clearly. Without it, your body simply couldn't work the way it should!

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Captain Curious: Why Is Uranus Sideways?

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Captain Curious heads to Uranus, the seventh planet with a blue-green glow from methane. We explore why Uranus "rolls" on its side, how its extreme seasons work, why it is the coldest planet, and what its faint rings look like. Along the way, we imagine Voyager 2's 1986 flyby and... travel BACK IN TIME?!

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How Do Bones Heal After They're Broken?

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you or someone you know ever broken a bone? Today, we're exploring how bones heal themselves after a break. From blood clots to calluses, your body acts like a construction crew to repair damage and make bones good as new.

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Why Do People Have Allergies?

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Why do people sneeze so much during allergy season? Today, we explore what allergies are, why the immune system gets confused by pollen, and how things like histamine cause runny noses, watery eyes, and sneezes.

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Why Do We Need to Brush Our Teeth?

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever wondered why we actually need to brush our teeth? Did you know that there's a whole science behind how brushing protects your teeth and gums from bacteria, plaque, and cavities? In this episode, we explain what's happening inside your mouth and why toothbrushes and toothpaste are such powerful tools.

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When Were Board Games Invented?

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

We travel back thousands of years to find out what the very first board game was... from ancient Egypt's Senet to Mesopotamia's Royal Game of Ur (the oldest game with surviving rules). We explain what "abstract" games are and how later "themed" games added stories and characters. Then we jump to the modern board game rebirth that began in 1990s Germany with titles like Settlers of Catan, which helped spark today's explosion of creative family games.

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How Does a Light Switch Turn on the Light?

Sat, 06 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

When you flip a light switch, you're actually doing something powerful! Today we'll learn how a light switch controls the flow of electricity, what's happening inside your walls, and how those little plastic switches work like the gatekeepers of your home's lights.

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How Does a Caterpillar Become a Butterfly?

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

How does a tiny, wiggly caterpillar turn into a beautiful flying butterfly? In today's episode, we explore one of the most incredible transformations in nature... metamorphosis! You'll learn what happens inside the chrysalis, what imaginal discs are, and more!

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Captain Curious: What Are Saturn's Rings Made Of?

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Blast off to Saturn with Captain Curious! We sail past a pale yellow world wrapped in glittering rings, test what a helium balloon does in weightless orbit, and discover why Saturn is a gas giant you cannot land on. We "surf" the speedy rings, count Saturn's many moons, and touch down on Titan to experience its icy dunes and lakes of liquid methane. Saturn is one of the wildest planets yet!

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How Fast Do Hummingbird Wings Flap?

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Hummingbirds are some of the most fascinating birds on Earth! They can fly backward, hover in place, and flap their wings so fast you can barely see them. In today's episode, we'll flap our imaginary wings, pretend to zoom through the air, and learn exactly how these tiny birds achieve their amazing aerial acrobatics.

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How Much Do Clouds Weigh?

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Clouds can be fluffy, flat, or wispy...but did you know some clouds can stretch for hundreds of miles or grow taller than Mount Everest? In today's episode, we look up into the sky and explore just how big clouds can get. From tiny puffs to thunderstorm towers, we discover the science behind different cloud types and why they float even when they weigh millions of pounds!

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Why Do Some People Have Freckles?

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever wondered why some people have freckles and others don't? In today's episode, we explore what freckles really are, why they appear more in the sun, and how your genes play a big role. Whether you have lots of freckles or none at all, you'll learn what makes them unique!

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What Is a Black Hole?

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever wondered what happens when a giant star dies? Or what could possibly be so strong that not even light can escape it? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we're diving into the mysterious world of black holes! From supernovas to singularities, you'll learn how black holes form, what they do, and why there is still so much we DON'T know about them!

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Why Do We Shiver When We Are Cold?

Sat, 30 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Why do our teeth chatter and our bodies shake when we get really cold? And why does it sometimes happen when we're nervous, too? In this episode, we explore how shivering helps our bodies warm up and why it's not always about the weather.

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How Do Babies Grow in Mom's Womb?

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

NOTE TO PARENTS: I keep this discussion very general and don't discuss how babies are concieved. The explanation of the process begins as if the baby already exists. With that said, this episode may invite questions about how the process gets started, so use your discretion!

How does a tiny baby grow from the size of a grain of sand into a full-sized human in just 40 weeks? In this episode, Josh shares about his family's excitement as they prepare to welcome a new baby, and we explores the amazing journey of growth inside the womb. From the first heartbeat to tiny kicks and growing organs, kids will discover just how incredible the process really is.

Curious Kids Everyday is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your child's intelligence and curiosity. Each episode is designed to stretch young attention spans with thoughtful questions, playful learning, and engaging games. I created this to be a show I would be happy to have my kids listen to.

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Captain Curious: How Does Jupiter Protect the Earth?

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Blast off with Captain Curious to Jupiter! We fly to the striped giant and discover why it is so enormous, why you cannot land on it, and how its super fast spin and powerful storms shape those famous bands. We peek into the Great Red Spot and take an imagination dive through Jupiter's cloud tops into deeper and deeper layers. Most surprising of all, we learn how Jupiter's gravity can tug dangerous space rocks away from Earth like a cosmic bodyguard.

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Why Are Some Months Longer Than Others?

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Today, we uncover why some months have 31 days, others have 30, and why February is the shortest with 28 (and sometimes 29!). We trace the story from early sky watching to Julius Caesar's calendar reform, explain how leap years keep us aligned with the Sun, touch on Augustus's role in the month layout, and share a kid-friendly rhyme to remember the month lengths.

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Can You Make Your Own Water?

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Can you actually make your own water? Today, we're diving into what water is made of, how dangerous it is to try making it from scratch, and where bottled water companies really get their water!

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Why Is Blood Red?

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever gotten a cut and seen your bright red blood? Why is it that color? And why is it sometimes DARK red, instead? In today's episode, we're diving into the world of red blood cells, hemoglobin, and oxygen to find out why our blood is red.

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How Does Money Work?

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 11:15:00 -0000

It's a lesson in economics on Curious Kids Every Day! Have you ever gotten money for your birthday and used it to buy something special? Did you wonder what determines how much that thing costs? Today, we dive into the world of money! We'll talk about bartering, trading, the market, supply and demand, and more!

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Where Do Groceries Come From?

Sat, 23 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever wondered where all the food at the grocery store comes from? Today we're going behind the scenes to learn how fruits, vegetables, dairy, meat, and even cookies make their way from farms and factories to your shopping cart. From farmers harvesting crops to trucks delivering food every single day, it's a huge journey to keep shelves stocked and ready for families like yours.

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How Do Fish See Underwater?

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever opened your eyes underwater in a pool and noticed how blurry everything looks? What do you think it's like for a fish?! Do they see things the same way we do, or do they need goggles too? In this episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we'll explore how fish eyes are specially built for seeing underwater, how some fish can even see ultraviolet light, and why their vision depends on where they live in the ocean.

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Captain Curious: Will Humans Really Go to Mars?

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Hop aboard the spaceboat with Captain Curious as we blast off toward the red planet: Mars! What would it take for humans to actually visit Mars someday? As we explore its dusty surface and super thin atmosphere, we'll discover why astronauts and scientists are so interested in this strange and distant world. Could it really become our next giant leap?

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What Is Daylight Savings Time?

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever wondered why it stays light so late in the summer, or why it gets dark so early in the winter? It's not just because of the Earth's tilt or orbit! It's also because of something humans invented called Daylight Savings Time! In this episode, we explore why it exists, how it works, and why some people don't use it at all.

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How Do Trash Trucks Work?

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

How do trash trucks pick up your garbage, squish it down, and make room for more? In today's episode, we explore how these giant rolling machines work (from robotic arms to powerful compactors!) and where all that trash goes after it leaves your curb.

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How Are Houses Made?

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever driven past a house being built and wondered what all those workers are doing? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we're looking at how houses are made... from the strong foundation at the bottom to the roof at the top!

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How Do Big Boats Float?

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever looked at a giant cruise ship and thought, "How does that thing NOT SINK?!" Boats come in all shapes and sizes, from tiny kayaks to large cruise liners, and yet, somehow, they all manage to float. In today's episode, we'll discover what makes that possible!

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How Are Video Games Made?

Sat, 16 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Video games can take you to magical worlds, exciting races, and tricky puzzles, but how are they made in the first place? In this episode, we explore every step of game creation, from the first big idea to the moment it's ready to play. We'll talk about art, coding, testing, and the differences between making games for computers and consoles.

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Are Dogs Colorblind?

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever wondered how your dog sees the world? Do dogs see all the colors we do, or is their vision totally different? In today's episode, we learn what it really means to be colorblind and whether dogs fall into that category. You'll discover how their eyes work, which colors they can see, and why red toys might not be the best choice for a game of fetch!

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Captain Curious: How Does the Moon Change the Earth?

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

What does the Moon really do for Earth... and how does it affect us every single day? In this Captain Curious space adventure, we blast off to explore Earth's closest neighbor in the sky and discover how the Moon's gravity helps create the ocean tides! We'll also take a look at the Moon's dusty surface, find out why we always see the same side, and learn why footprints on the Moon can last a really long time!

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Why Do Mosquito Bites Itch?

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 11:30:00 -0000

Bug bites can be so annoying... especially when they itch like crazy! In today's episode, we find out why mosquito bites itch and what your body is actually doing when it starts to swell and turn red. You might be surprised to learn that it's not just the mosquito's fault!

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Do Rainbows Touch the Ground?

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Rainbows are beautiful, but have you ever wondered what they really are... or if they actually touch the ground? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we'll discover how rainbows are made and whether they're real objects or just something our eyes see. We'll also find out why some rainbows look huge and others seem tiny!

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Where Do Rocks Come From?

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Rocks are all around us! On the sidewalk, in the mountains, even in your own backyard. But where do they actually come from? In this episode, we explore how different types of rocks are formed, from lava that cools into shiny stones to tiny layers of sand that squish into stone over time. You'll learn how new rocks are being created every day!

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Why Do We Have to Blink?

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever played the blinking game? You know, where you try to go as long as you can without blinking? It's tricky, isn't it? In today's episode, we explore why blinking is so important! And how it keeps our eyes safe, healthy, and focused, even when we don't notice it happening.

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How Do Escalators Work?

Sat, 09 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever stepped onto an escalator and wondered where the steps go when they disappear? Today on Curious Kids Every Day, we're taking a ride beneath the surface to find out how these moving staircases actually work. From the loop of connected steps to the motors and gears that keep everything in motion, we'll explore the complicated system behind a simple step-on, step-off ride.

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How Long Would It Take to Walk across the United States?

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Ever wondered how long it would take to walk all the way across the United States? In today's episode, we use some multiplication and division to figure out how many days it would take to get across the USA!

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Captain Curious: Why Is Earth the Only Planet We Can Live On?

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Why can we live on Earth... but not on any of the other planets? In this Captain Curious adventure, we explore the three big reasons Earth is just right for life: our perfect distance from the Sun, our protective magnetic field, and our incredible atmosphere. We even use a rocket-powered drill to journey all the way to Earth's core!

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How Is Paper Made?

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever drawn a picture, folded a paper airplane, or written a story on a sheet of paper and then wondered where that paper came from? In today's episode, we follow the fascinating journey of how trees are turned into the paper we use every day!

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How Do Tornadoes Form?

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

What exactly is a tornado, and how does something made of air get strong enough to lift cars and tear down trees? In today's episode, we explore how warm air, cool air, and changing winds come together to create these wild whirlwinds.

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How Do We Get Electricity?

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever touched something and felt a tiny zap? That's electricity! Znd believe it or not, it's the same kind of energy that powers your lights, your TV, and even this podcast! In today's episode, we explore how electricity is made, where it comes from, and how it travels all the way to your home.

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Who Invented the Alphabet?

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode, we travel back thousands of years to find out how the letters we use every day first came to be. From the trading ships of the Phoenicians to the clever changes made by the Greeks and Romans, you'll discover the fascinating journey of our ABCs.

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What If Everyone in the World Shared One Giant Pizza?

Sat, 02 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

What if every single person on Earth got a slice of the same pizza? In today's episode, we find out just how big that pizza would need to be, and we use the diameter, circumference, and pi to figure it all out!

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How Fast Does Light Travel?

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever wondered what a lightyear really is? Even though it has the word "year" in it, a lightyear doesn't measure time... it measures distance! In this episode, we explore just how fast light travels and how far it can go in a single year. You'll find out why scientists use lightyears to understand space, and what it means when a star "lightyears away!"

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Captain Curious: Why Is Venus the Hottest Planet?

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Venus might look like a glowing pearl from far away, but up close it's a wild, dangerous place full of crushing pressure, acid clouds, and huge volcanoes. In this Captain Curious adventure, we explore the surface of Venus, learn why it's the hottest planet in the solar system, and discover just how strange a day on Venus really is!

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How Does Music Change the Way We Feel?

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Can music really make you feel happy, sleepy, or even sad? In today's episode, we explore how different kinds of music can change your mood, spark memories, and make your brain light up like a switchboard! From bouncy pop songs to quiet piano tunes, you'll hear how sound and emotion are connected in some curious ways.

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How Are Cars Built?

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Cars are everywhere! But have you ever wondered how they're made? In today's episode, we take a trip into the factory to explore how cars go from a pile of parts to something that can drive down the street! You'll learn about the assembly line, how machines and humans work together, and what makes electric cars a little different.

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How Do Fireflies Glow?

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever seen a tiny light blinking in the dark grass at night? In this episode, we're chasing down the mystery of how fireflies glow and the reasons they light up! You'll learn about bioluminescence, cold light, and the amazing chemicals that help fireflies flash their signals in the night.

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Why Do We Sneeze?

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

ACHOO! Have you ever let out a huge sneeze and wondered why it even happens in the first place? In today's episode, we're taking a closer look at one of the body's fastest and funniest reflexes: sneezing. Find out what causes a sneeze, how fast it can travel, and why some people sneeze when they look at the sun.

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How Do Trains Move?

Sat, 26 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever watched a train so long it seemed like it would never end? In today's episode, we're learning how trains can pull such heavy loads across entire countries. From old-fashioned steam engines to super-fast electric trains, we'll discover what makes them move!

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What Is an Echo?

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever shouted into a cave or canyon and heard your own voice come back? That's an echo—and today, we're learning what makes it happen! In this episode, kids will explore how sound waves travel, bounce, and return, and why some places are great for hearing echoes while others aren't.

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Captain Curious: Why is a Day on Mercury Longer than a Year?

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Did you know a single day on Mercury lasts longer than its whole year? In this episode, Captain Curious takes listeners on an unforgettable journey to the closest planet to the Sun! Along the way, we explore why the temperatures are so extreme, what the surface is like, and we celebrate two birthdays using a time machine.

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How Do Time Zones Work?

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

What time is it where you are right now? Did you know it might not be the same time for someone else, even if they're just a few states or countries away? That's the power of time zones! In today's episode, we explore how time zones work, why they exist, and how many there are in places like the United States and France. Plus, we'll do a fun quiz to help you practice your time zone smarts!

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Vegetables vs Fruits: What's the difference?

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

What makes a fruit a fruit… and a vegetable a vegetable? Is it how it tastes? Where it grows? Whether you'd find it in a fruit salad? Today we're digging into the science behind your favorite foods, and you might be surprised by which ones are secretly fruits!

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Why Do Roller Coasters Make You Feel Weird?

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Why do roller coasters make your stomach feel funny or like you're floating right out of your seat? In this exciting episode, we explore the weird and wonderful forces that affect your body when you ride roller coasters, drop towers, and spinning rides. We discuss negative G-force, positive G-force, and centrifugal force.

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What Are Molecules?

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

What is peanut butter made of? What about jelly? Or a chair? Or your own hands? If we keep zooming in smaller and smaller, we eventually reach the tiniest building blocks that make up everything: molecules! In this episode, we explore what molecules are, how they're made from atoms, and why they're so important.

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How Do You Draw a Perfect Circle?

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 11:11:00 -0000

Can you draw a perfect circle? In today's episode, Josh challenges listeners to try and then reveals why it's trickier than it seems! We'll explore what makes a circle a circle, how tools like compasses and protractors help, and the surprising ways people drew circles long before modern tools were invented.

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Why Do Your Ears Pop?

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever felt your ears pop when flying in an airplane or climbing a mountain? In today's episode, we find out why that happens and what's going on inside your head when it does.

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Captain Curious: Can You Fly through the Sun?

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

What would happen if you tried to fly a rocket ship through the sun? In this space-packed episode, Captain Curious explores the incredible layers of the sun (from the blazing photosphere to the sizzling core) and answers real questions from kids like "How does the sun shine?" and "How hot is the sun?" Along the way, listeners will help solve problems using items from the Curious Container and discover why you can't land on the sun, even with a really good shield!

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How Do Glasses Help You See?

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

How do glasses help people see more clearly? In today's episode of Curious Kids Everyday, we discover how special lenses bend light just right to help your eyes focus better. It's a lesson in vision, science, and seeing the world in a brand-new way!

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What Makes the Wind Blow?

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Where does the wind come from—and why does it blow? In today's episode of Curious Kids Everyday, we learn how the sun, temperature, and moving air all work together to create the breeze on your face and the gusts in the sky. It's invisible, but incredible!

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Why Do Turtles Have Shells?

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Why do turtles carry their shells around everywhere they go? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we explore how a turtle's shell is part of its body, how it keeps them safe, and why these slow-moving animals are built for survival.

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Why Do We Hiccup?

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0000

Ever get the hiccups and wonder what's going on in your body? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we find out what causes hiccups, why they sound the way they do, and what your diaphragm has to do with it.

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How Do Airplanes Fly?

Sat, 12 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

How does a huge airplane lift off and soar through the sky? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we explore the science of flight... from the engines that push to the wings that lift. Learn how airplanes take off, fly, and carry us across the clouds!

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Why Does the Moon Change Shapes?

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Why does the moon look different from night to night? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we explore how the moon's phases work, why it seems to change shape, and how it all comes down to light, shadows, and motion in space.

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Captain Curious: Why Is 10 the Most Important Number?

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Today, Captain Curious visits the Number Ten Island, where everything comes in tens. From counting your ten fingers to counting by tens and unlocking number puzzles, this episode explores how our whole number system is built around the number ten. Can you help Captain Curious find the final key to unlock the treasure chest? Also, don't feed baby penguins!

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How Does Your Voice Work?

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

How do we talk, sing, and laugh? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we explore how your voice works, from vibrating vocal cords to shaping sounds with your mouth. Get ready to learn about your very own built-in musical instrument!

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Why Does Your Heart Beat?

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Why does your heart beat, and what is it doing all day long? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we follow the journey of blood, oxygen, and a muscle that never sleeps. Learn how your heart keeps your body working and why it never takes a break!

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How Do Ants Find Food?

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

How do ants always seem to know exactly where the snacks are? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we follow the trail (literally!) as we discover how ants use scent, teamwork, and amazing strength to find and carry food back to their colony.

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How Do Snakes Move without Legs?

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

How can snakes get around with no legs at all? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we slither into the world of snake movement—exploring how their muscles, bones, and belly scales help them wiggle, glide, and even climb trees!

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Why Do Our Teeth Fall Out?

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Note to Parents: I tell a personal story from my childhood about my parents leaving a prize under my pillow after I lost my first tooth. I honestly forgot about the Tooth Fairy when making this episode, and it is not mentioned at all, but if your family enjoys the Tooth Fairy tradition, this may invite questions.

Why do your teeth start falling out when you're a kid? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we talk all about baby teeth, adult teeth, and how your growing mouth knows just when it's time to make the switch.

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How Does Soap Clean Our Hands?

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

What makes soap so good at getting your hands clean? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we explore how soap molecules work like tiny superheroes—fighting dirt, oil, and even some viruses! It's the science of staying squeaky clean!

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Captain Curious: What Are Your Five Senses?

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Today, Captain Curious sails to the mysterious Number Five Island where everything comes in fives! From five fingers to five senses, high fives to counting by fives, this episode is packed with playful surprises and interactive learning. Can you help solve puzzles, explore your senses, and count by fives all the way to fifty?

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Why Do Shadows Follow You?

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Why does your shadow always seem to follow you? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we shine a light on how shadows are made, why they change shape, and what makes them stretch or shrink. It's all about blocking light and a little science magic!

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Why Does Your Stomach Growl?

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we dive into the noisy world of your digestive system to find out why your stomach makes rumbling sounds. Spoiler: It's not yelling at you. It's working hard!

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How Does Your Brain Think?

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

How can your brain think… and even think about thinking? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we unlock the mysteries of the amazing human brain—from neurons and memories to problem-solving and dreams.

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How Does a Toilet Work?

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

PARENT NOTE: There is NO crude humor in this episode and no mentions of "poop" or "pee."

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Why Can't You Tickle Yourself?

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever tried to tickle yourself—and it just didn't work? In today's episode of Curious Kids Every Day, we explore how your amazing brain knows the difference between a surprise tickle and one you try yourself. Get ready for some laughs and lots of curious brain science!

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What Is Gravity?

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

What makes you fall down when you trip or pulls your ball back to the ground? Gravity! In today's episode of Curious Kids Everyday, we explore the invisible force that keeps us all grounded—and learn how it helps the planets, the moon, and even astronauts in space!

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Captain Curious: What Are Odd & Even Numbers?

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Ahoy there! Captain Curious is back, and this time, we're sailing into the land of numbers! In today's episode, we explore the mysterious Number Two Island, where everything comes in pairs and even the turtles have two heads. Along the way, we meet twin guides, play games about pairs, count by twos, and crack the difference between odd and even numbers. Can you help Captain Curious solve the final code and find the key?

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What Do Owls Do at Night?

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever wondered what owls are doing while you're sleeping? In today's episode of Curious Kids Everyday, we dive into the amazing world of nighttime owls. Learn how they see in the dark, fly without a sound, and catch their food using super hearing!

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How Do Spiders Make Webs?

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

How do spiders create those amazing webs without any tools? In today's episode of Curious Kids Everyday, we discover how spiders use spinnerets to spin silk and build strong, sticky webs for catching food. You'll learn what makes web-building so incredible—and why spiders are smarter than you think!

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Why Do You Get Goosebumps?

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever gotten goosebumps and wondered why they show up? In today's episode of Curious Kids Everyday, we explore the tiny muscles hiding in your skin and what they're doing when your arms get bumpy. It's a chilly, exciting, and fascinating journey through your body's reflexes!

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How Do Our Eyes See?

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever looked closely at your eyes in the mirror? In today's episode of Curious Kids Everyday, we explore how your amazing eyes actually work—from capturing light to sending signals to your brain. Learn about pupils, retinas, and optic nerves, and get ready for some fun games and a fascinating sound effect connection!

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Why Do Stars Twinkle?

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Why do stars seem to sparkle instead of shining steadily? In this episode of Curious Kids Everyday, we explore how Earth's atmosphere bends starlight, making distant stars appear to flicker. Learn the science behind twinkling and find out why planets don't shimmer the same way.

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Why Do the Seasons Change?

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Ever wonder why we have spring, summer, fall, and winter? In this episode, we explore how Earth's tilt and orbit around the sun create the seasons we experience each year—and why it feels different depending on where you live.

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Captain Curious: The Color Yellow

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Captain Curious is back and headed for the yellow island! Solve riddles with a talking cat, search for bananas, and unlock the final key to the color island treasure.

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Why Do Some Balloons Float (and Others Fall)?

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Some balloons rise while others fall—but why? This episode reveals the science of helium, air, and hot air balloons. Learn how the gases inside a balloon determine whether it soars or sinks!

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Why Do Bubbles Pop?

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Bubbles are full of fun and full of science too! This episode explains why bubbles pop and what makes them so magical, from surface tension to evaporation.

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What Makes Your Hair Grow?

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Hair seems simple, but there's a lot happening under your scalp! Learn about hair follicles, keratin, and why haircuts don't hurt in this episode full of science and imagination.

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How Do Bees Make Honey?

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

From flower to hive to toast, this episode uncovers the sweet science behind how bees make honey. Kids will love learning about nectar, teamwork, and just how much flying it takes to make a single jar.

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Why Does It Rain?

Sat, 14 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Why does rain fall from the sky? In this episode, kids explore evaporation, condensation, and precipitation as they learn all about the amazing water cycle, and why it's nothing to cry about!

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How Do Birds Fly?

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Flap your wings and take off in this episode all about birds! Kids learn how feathers, hollow bones, and strong muscles help birds soar through the sky.

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Captain Curious: The Color Blue

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Join Captain Curious on a new treasure hunt as he sails to the blue island, meets a helpful blue dog, and solves clues about blueberries, bluebirds, and blue jeans!

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How Do Magnets Work?

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Magnets can pull and push without even touching—how do they do it? In this episode, kids explore the invisible forces of magnetic fields, learn what materials magnets stick to, and discover that even Earth is a magnet!

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What Makes Lightning and Thunder?

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

BOOM! Ever wonder what causes lightning and thunder? This episode explains the science behind stormy skies and why light comes before sound. Kids explore weather with wonder through curious facts and interactive fun.

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How Does a Seed Turn Into a Plant?

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 11:36:00 -0000

From tiny seed to towering plant—how does it happen? This episode uncovers the science of roots, shoots, and sunshine as kids learn how plants grow, with games and questions to keep their minds blooming.

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What Makes Popcorn Pop?

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Ever wonder why popcorn goes POP? Discover the tiny bit of water hiding inside every kernel, and what happens when it heats up. This episode is full of explosive fun, cool science, and interactive games.

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How Does Your Body Heal a Cut?

Sat, 07 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Ouch! You got a cut—now what? In this episode, kids find out what happens inside the body after an injury, from clots and scabs to special healing cells. It's a fascinating peek at how your body fixes itself!

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How Do Computers Work?

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

What's really going on inside your phone, tablet, or computer? This episode breaks down how computers think, what they're made of, and why 0s and 1s are so important—plus interactive games to help kids learn by doing.

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Captain Curious: The Color Red

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Ahoy there! Join Captain Curious on a colorful adventure to Red Island, where everything is the color of strawberries, apples, and fire hydrants. Kids follow clues, solve riddles, and use their imaginations to find the first key to a treasure chest.

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How Do Fish Breathe Underwater?

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Fish don't have lungs like we do—so how do they breathe underwater? In this episode, we explore the incredible way gills work to pull oxygen out of water and keep fish alive. Dive in for fascinating facts and fun games designed to spark curiosity and focus.

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What's Inside a Volcano?

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

What's really happening inside a volcano before it erupts? We'll dig into the world of magma, lava, and underground pressure to discover the science behind one of nature's most dramatic shows. Come along for the adventure—with questions, fun facts, and interactive games!

Why Do You Need to Sleep?

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Sleep might seem like a time when nothing's happening—but your brain and body are working hard! In this episode, we find out how sleep helps you grow, stay healthy, and even get creative. Plus, we mix in some fun games to make learning even more exciting!

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How Long Would It Take to Walk Around the World?

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000

What if you tried to walk around the entire planet? How long would it take? Get ready to explore some big numbers and surprising facts about travel, speed, and the size of the Earth. This episode is full of fun questions and playful games to stretch your imagination!

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Why Can't We See Air?

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0000

Air is all around us—but have you ever wondered why we can't see it? In this episode, we explore what air is made of, how it moves, and how we know it's there even when it's invisible. Join the fun as we ask big questions and play some interactive games along the way!

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How Old Are the Trees?

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Have you ever tried to hug a tree so big you couldn't reach all the way around? In today's episode, we're finding out how scientists (and curious kids!) can figure out a tree's age—without asking it! Learn all about tree rings, discover some truly ancient trees, and play fun games like "True or False" and "What's in the Tree?"

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Why Is the Ocean Blue?

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:41:00 -0000

Have you ever looked out at the ocean and wondered… why is it so blue? In today's episode, we dive into the science behind ocean color, explore what sunlight has to do with it, and then play some games! It's a fun and curious journey into one of Earth's biggest mysteries—perfect for young explorers and their grown-ups.

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